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Prerna Lal is not your typical attorney. Four years ago, when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sent Prerna a notice to appear for removal proceedings and attempted to separate... more

Prerna Lal is not your typical attorney. Four years ago, when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sent Prerna a notice to appear for removal proceedings and attempted to separate her from her family, she was determined not to become yet another statistic. Instead of packing and leaving, Prerna decided to stand up and fight back. An immigrant from Fiji, Prerna pioneered a robust network o...view profile

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Immigration attorneys (sometimes called “green card lawyers”) represent people who want to come to the United States, whether it be for schooling, work, or just a visit. Immigration lawyers can also help “illegal” immigrants found living in the U.S. without permission. Immigration laws govern who can enter the U.S., how long they can stay, what they can do while they are here, and how they can become American citizens. If you are not a U.S. citizen and want to apply for a green card or other visa, or if you are already in the U.S. and have been threatened with deportation, an immigration lawyer can help you.